Automotive Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk

Patterson Mission Viejo Kia; Tustin (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off

Team oriented environment

Job summary

Patterson Autos in Tustin, CA, is seeking an Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk for the business office. The role centers on processing deposits, reconciling schedules, and assisting with contracts and compliance in a busy automotive group.

Ideal candidates bring automotive dealership accounting experience, strong Excel skills, and a meticulous, independent work style. Full-time with benefits in a team-oriented office environment.

Qualifications

• Automotive dealership accounting experience required.
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile bank deposits.
• Perform schedule reconciliations and assist with general accounting tasks.
• Maintain organized filing systems (digital & physical).
• Assist with car deal paperwork, contracts, and compliance.
• Support new & used vehicle stocking documentation.
• Provide administrative overflow support to the office team.
• Verify, compile, and process dealership forms and reports.

Skills

Automotive dealership accounting

Excel

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Excel

Job description

Full-Time | Competitive Pay + Benefits

• Locally owned and operated automotive group led by John Patterson
• Known for top workplace culture, teamwork, and community involvement
• Locations include Tustin Mazda , Tustin Hyundai , and Tustin Kia , HB Mazda, Mission Viejo Kia

Patterson Autos – Tustin, CA

Patterson Autos, home to Tustin Mazda, Tustin Hyundai, and Tustin Kia, is a highly rated, community focused automotive group serving Orange County for over 20 years. We are seeking a reliable and detail driven Administrative & Accounting Support Clerk to join our business office in Tustin.

About Patterson Autos (Tustin, CA)

• Locally owned and operated automotive group led by John Patterson
• Known for top workplace culture, teamwork, and community involvement
• Locations include Tustin Mazda , Tustin Hyundai , and Tustin Kia , HB Mazda, Mission Viejo Kia

Position Responsibilities

• Process and reconcile bank deposits
• Perform schedule reconciliations and assist with general accounting tasks
• Maintain organized filing systems (digital & physical)
• Assist with car deal paperwork, contracts, and compliance
• Support new & used vehicle stocking documentation
• Provide administrative overflow support to the office team
• Verify, compile, and process dealership forms and reports

Qualifications

• Automotive dealership accounting experience a MUST
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently
• High school diploma required

Compensation & Benefits

• $20–$23 per hour, depending on experience
• Full-time schedule, Monday–Friday
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Supportive, team oriented environment

Work Location

• Tustin Mazda – 28 Auto Center Dr, Tustin, CA 92782

Pay Scale

The office assistance clerk Position has a Pay Scale consisting of the following elements and ranges. Wages include Base Hourly Compensation of between $20.00 and $25.00. The position also may also pay a production bonus based on individual or team performance that may range from $0.00 (if baseline benchmarks are not met) without any fixed upper limit.